Close to the Nakalele Blowhole, this is a great stop off the highway for more experienced hikers accustomed to some scrambling. The parking area is not marked, so make sure you know where this is located prior to driving there. The hike down is not easy and requires a bit of scrambling; sturdy shoes are a must. However, once you're down there, the pools are calm and cool! They are a beautiful turquoise blue color and very still. Their depths range from a few inches to several feet. Two notes on safety. First, be aware of the weather. We heard and read that the pools are dangerous, but that was NOT our experience (and we brought our two toddlers with us); the sun was out, the pools were calm, and we never felt unsafe. However, in inclement weather, I can see how these pools could be hazardous. Many of the fatalities and injuries at these pools occurred when tourists were either participating in risky behaviors (climbing the nearby lava cliffs), doing the hike when physically not prepared or inexperienced in scrambling, and not being smart about checking tides. If the weather is bad/tides are coming in, don't go here. Second, a few reviews mention how "dangerous" the road is when driving counterclockwise; that is 100% untrue. As long as you're driving safely, this is a great drive with wonderful views! We drove it both ways and didn't notice a difference in safety. Check the weather, wear good shoes, and have fun at these pools!

This is a great little unmarked hike to a gorgeous overlook of some pools and the north side of Maui. You can walk down as far as you want or go out on some ledges to get some truly magnificent views of the area. The parking lot is unmarked so make sure you know where you are going.